From: Ed Atkeson <edatkeson-AT-earthlink.net>
Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2007 11:37:47 -0500
To: puptcrit-AT-lists.driftline.org
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] What is it about puppets?


Fred T. >>> Bottom line is that not all puppets come across as 'creepy' 
to all audiences. Further, I think it sad that the word 'dead' is used 
so much in reference to an Artform that is to me, full of life and 
potential. I understand the use of the word in the article, but as HOOK 
exclaimed: 'The canker gnaws...'
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 >>> Or did I miss the point?


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A thoughtful response to the article!

I was carrying a puppet from a sidewalk storefront out to my car one 
day and we surprised a passerby as we came out the door. The puppet 
started a greeting and the young woman said "Oh no no, get away from 
me!" and she really did seem creeped out.

And I suppose everyone has had kids burst into terrified tears when 
confronted with a puppet. Why are psychologists talking about puppet 
phobia? There seems to be a fascinating tickle when you go across the 
line between animate and inanimate. I've never thought puppets are 
creepy, but I get the tickle, I understand how people could feel that 
way.

To me it has nothing to do with necromancy or otherness, it's a way I 
can make things and put on a show with friends. ...but still, there is 
that certain something about puppets.
best,
Ed A

http://www.firlefanzgallery.com/Rhino17.html

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